NYC creates 15,000 apprenticeships, surpasses key workforce goal
New York City has created over 15,000 apprenticeship opportunities since 2021, Mayor Eric Adams announced, surpassing the halfway mark toward...
Year: 2024
NATO, Ukraine to meet after Russia’s hypersonic missile strike
NATO and Ukraine are set to hold emergency talks following Russia's deployment of a new hypersonic missile on Thursday. The...
Court grants Chinese firm right to seize $25m Nigerian asset abroad
A British Islands court has authorized Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment to seize $25 million worth of Nigerian assets, marking another...
Judge allows Trump to seek dismissal of hush money case
A New York judge on Friday permitted Donald Trump to seek dismissal of his hush money case, with his lawyers...
EU reaffirms commitment to Middle East nuclear-free zone at IAEA board
The European Union has reiterated its unwavering support for the creation of a Middle East free of nuclear weapons and...
Mayor Adams unveils $1b labor deals for jobs, NYC infrastructure
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced two historic Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) with the Building & Construction Trades...
Bolsonaro indicted for alleged 2022 coup plot
Brazil’s federal police has announced the indictment of former President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others for allegedly conspiring to stage...
IAEA condemns Iran over nuclear cooperation as tensions mount
The U.N. nuclear watchdog on Thursday condemned Iran for failing to cooperate fully with its investigations into undeclared nuclear activities,...
NYCFC stadium to be named Etihad Park in $780M Queens development
New York City FC has announced that its new $780 million stadium in Queens, set to open in 2027, will...
Ukraine claims Russia fired ICBM in major missile strike
Ukraine has accused Russia of deploying an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) during a massive missile assault on November 21, marking...
Turkey investigates Mastercard, Visa over alleged market restrictions
Turkey’s Competition Authority has launched an investigation into global payment giants Mastercard and Visa over alleged anti-competitive practices in the...
Mali fires govt amid criticism of delayed civilian transition
Mali’s ruling military govt dismissed Prime Minister Choguel Maiga and his entire government on Wednesday, just days after Maiga publicly...
Senate rejects effort to block US arms sales to Israel amid Gaza crisis
The US Senate on Wednesday rejected three resolutions aimed at halting the sale of offensive arms to Israel, despite growing...
NYC staff shortages leave special education students without vital services, union claims
A recent survey by the city’s teachers union reveals that thousands of special education students are missing crucial services due...
Saudi Wealth Fund fuels rights abuses, silences critics
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has accused Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), the nation’s primary sovereign wealth fund, of facilitating...
Mayor Adams honors transgender day of remembrance with landmark lighting
Mayor Eric Adams has announced that City Hall and several municipal buildings will be lit blue, pink, and white tonight...
NY Supreme Court allows Greenidge Bitcoin Miner to stay open, pending permit review
The New York Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Greenidge, a Bitcoin mining operation, allowing the company to continue...
UK announces change in visa centre management in Nigeria
The British High Commission in Nigeria has announced a shift in management at all its visa application centres across the...
Manhattan DA vows to pursue Trump case despite presidential immunity debate
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg signaled Tuesday that his office would continue its opposition to President-elect Donald Trump’s motion to...
UN faces US resistance on Gaza ceasefire resolution
The UN Security Council will vote Wednesday on a draft resolution demanding “an immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire” in Gaza,...
Iraq begins first census in 37 years amid political tensions
Iraq has launched its first nationwide population census in 37 years, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to...
US sanctions Hamas Leaders in Turkey, Gaza amid escalating conflict
The Biden administration imposed fresh sanctions on Hamas on Tuesday, targeting six leaders accused of orchestrating fundraising and weapon smuggling...
Judge approves $320m fund for Rockville Centre Diocese abuse victims
A federal bankruptcy judge has approved a $320 million settlement plan for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre, marking...
Adams calls for urgent mental health reforms after fatal stabbing spree
Mayor Eric Adams spotlighted New York City’s critical mental health challenges following Monday’s fatal stabbing spree that left three people...
Kim Jong Un hails strengthened Russia partnership amid military ties
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has hailed the deepening partnership between Pyongyang and Moscow during a visit by Russian...
US envoy sees ceasefire chance in Israel-Hezbollah conflict
US envoy Amos Hochstein announced a "real opportunity" to end the escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, signaling progress in...
Adams celebrates black excellence with key to city honors
At the Gracie Mansion Conservancy Annual Gala, New York City Mayor Eric Adams presented the Key to the City to...
NYC mayor unveils new policies to support migrants, save taxpayer dollars
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced a series of new initiatives designed to support the city’s migrant population...
Russia vows retaliation over U.S. long-range missiles in Ukraine
Russia has issued a stark warning, vowing a “tangible” response if Ukraine uses U.S.-supplied long-range missiles against its territory. Moscow...
Mayor Adams declares drought warning, halts aqueduct repairs to conserve water
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, alongside Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Rohit T. Aggarwala, escalated the city’s drought...
Hong Kong jails 45 pro-democracy activists in landmark security case
In a sweeping crackdown under Hong Kong’s national security law, 45 pro-democracy activists, including prominent figures, have been handed significant...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community OpEd: Supporting Small Business and Working-Class People Through M/WBEs
Since day one, our administration has had a clear mission: build a safer, more affordable city for working-class New Yorkers,...
Australian senator censured for heckling King Charles over colonial legacy
Australian lawmakers have censured Aboriginal senator Lidia Thorpe for heckling King Charles during his visit to Canberra last month, condemning...
Mali secures $160m in gold dispute after detaining British CEO Terry Holohan
Mali military government has struck a $160 million settlement with Australian mining company Resolute Mining, following the detention of its...
Gabon approves new constitution, marks shift to civilian rule
Gabon has taken a major step toward reestablishing civilian governance, with a referendum on a new constitution passing overwhelmingly by...
Kamala Harris town hall with Oprah cost a staggering $2.5m amid a $1.5b spending frenzy, new report reveals
The full cost of Vice President Kamala Harris recent town hall event with Oprah Winfrey reportedly reached a whopping $2.5...
Tackling healthcare disparities across New York City boroughs
Addressing health disparities in New York City (NYC) has become an urgent focus, as various neighborhoods face stark differences in...
Slovakians rally to defend democracy on Velvet Revolution anniversary
In a striking echo of the Velvet Revolution fight for freedom 35 years ago, thousands of Slovaks filled the streets...
OIC condemns Israel’s actions in Gaza as war crimes
The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has condemned Israel’s ongoing military actions in Gaza as war crimes, calling on the...
New Delhi faces worst air pollution of season, schools closed
New Delhi has taken drastic measures to combat its worst air pollution this season, shutting down schools, halting construction, and...
Biden approves long-range missiles for Ukraine amid Russian-North Korean alliance
President Joe Biden has approved the use of U.S.-supplied long-range missiles by Ukraine to target Russian territory, a major shift...
Kamala Harris’ campaign faces post-election fundraising struggles
Despite raising over $1 billion during her 2024 bid against Donald Trump, Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign is grappling with...
Super Typhoon Man-yi sparks chaos in Philippines, over 110,000 evacuated
Super Typhoon Man-yi, locally known as Pepito, struck the Philippines late Saturday, leaving over 110,000 displaced and inflicting widespread devastation....
Trump eyes Rwanda deportation plan in sweeping immigration crackdown
Donald Trump is reportedly considering a bold and controversial approach to immigration reform: outsourcing asylum processing to third-party countries, with...
Trump, Musk, Kid Rock make waves at UFC in New York
President-elect Donald Trump made a high-profile appearance at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night, joining Tesla CEO Elon Musk and...
Japan, US, Australia bolster military ties in Darwin
Australia, the United States, and Japan have strengthened their military partnership, integrating Japanese troops into annual joint exercises in Darwin...
Iranian Defense Minister visits Damascus for security talks
Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh, Iran's Defense Minister, arrived in Damascus on Saturday for high-level discussions with Syrian political and military...
Ramaphosa leads South Africa at G20 Summit in Rio
President Cyril Ramaphosa arrived in Rio de Janeiro on 16 November 2024 to lead South Africa’s participation at the G20...
“True patriotism means no one should derail us from our mission” — Mayor Adams
New York City Mayor Eric Adams appeared on The View Friday, addressing a range of pressing political issues, including the...
Iran allegedly seeks unofficial dialogue with Elon Musk amid US tensions
Iran’s U.N. Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani allegedly met with billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk in New York this week, in what...
Egypt revives Nasr auto production, eyes expanded local manufacturing
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly reaffirmed Egypt’s commitment to revitalizing its automotive industry during a ceremony on Saturday marking the resumption...
Pakistan forces accused of more enforced disappearances in Balochistan
Pakistani armed forces have reportedly abducted four more individuals in Balochistan, sparking renewed outcry over enforced disappearances in the troubled...
Malcolm X’s daughters sue FBI, CIA, NYPD for $100m
The daughters of Malcolm X have filed a $100 million lawsuit against the FBI, CIA, and New York Police Department,...
Trump appoints 27-year-old Karoline Leavitt as press secretary
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Karoline Leavitt, 27, as White House press secretary, making her the youngest in U.S. history...
WHO warns of diabetes crisis as cases surge across Africa
The World Health Organization (WHO) is sounding the alarm on the rapid rise of diabetes across Africa, warning that without...
Biden hosts South Korea, Japan leaders for talks on North Korea’s escalating threats
President Joe Biden will meet South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Friday for...
World Peace Council slams U.S. blockade of Cuba, calls for global solidarity
The World Peace Council's Executive Committee has sharply criticized the United States' ongoing economic, commercial, and financial blockade of Cuba,...
Hochul revives congestion pricing plan as riders alliance drops lawsuit
The Riders Alliance has withdrawn its lawsuit against Governor Kathy Hochul following her decision to restart New York City’s long-delayed...
Trump names RFK Jr. as Health Secretary, targets big pharma
President-elect Donald Trump has tapped Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as his nominee for Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS),...
Hochul revises Manhattan congestion pricing amid pushback
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has reintroduced the controversial Manhattan congestion pricing plan, aimed at funding the Metropolitan Transportation Authority...
